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Problem Solved

Problem Solved is a weekly consumer column that fixes reader problems. From broken laptop computers to faulty kitchen appliances, nothing is off limits for this feature. Each story brings a fresh problem and solution in an engaging and succinct Q&A format.

Customer followed Pompa Program for 5 months, saw no improvement, but the company refused a full refund. See how she challenged their guarantee.

This program didn’t work for me. Why can’t I get my $8,871 back?

August 1, 2025 by Christopher Elliott

After Tara Helman signs up for the Pompa Program, she doesn’t see any results. Now she’s trying to get her money back, but the company only offers a partial refund. Why won’t it honor its money-back guarantee?

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assenger's Uber ride turns terrifying when driver abandons him locked in the car. See how he fought Uber's inadequate $5 credit offer.

My Uber driver took me on a terrifying ride — is this $5 credit enough compensation?

July 25, 2025July 25, 2025 by Christopher Elliott

An Uber driver takes Andrew Greenman on a wild ride through the Washington, D.C., suburbs. Does the company owe him anything for the stressful experience?

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Elderly woman's credit card stolen and used at Sam's Club. Despite police report, US Bank refuses to refund. See how she fought back.

I didn’t make these Sam’s Club purchases — and I have the perfect alibi!

July 21, 2025July 18, 2025 by Christopher Elliott

Barbara Bowman’s credit card was stolen and used at Sam’s Club. She wants a refund, and she has the perfect alibi: She’s never been a Sam’s Club member. 

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Fan's Pink concert view blocked by equipment despite no warning. Learn how to fight for a Ticketmaster refund for obstructed seats.

I can’t see this Pink concert. Do I deserve a refund?

July 12, 2025July 11, 2025 by Christopher Elliott

Kristi Clynes pays a premium price for her Pink concert tickets, but an obstruction blocks her view of the stage. Can she get a refund from Ticketmaster?

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Customer's new Electrolux refrigerator from Costco stopped working, and repairs are delayed. Learn how to leverage warranties and Costco's guarantee for resolution.

This Electrolux refrigerator I bought from Costco doesn’t work. Can I get one that works?

July 6, 2025July 4, 2025 by Christopher Elliott

David Hauser’s Electrolux refrigerator, purchased from Costco, stops working. Despite being under warranty, no one can seem to fix it. Is there a way to get a working appliance?

Categories Problem Solved
ouple cancels Mexican rental, promised refund delayed for months. Learn about cancellation policies and how to pursue overdue refunds. rental refund

Where’s the refund for our Mexican vacation rental? I’ve been waiting for months!

June 30, 2025June 27, 2025 by Christopher Elliott

After Betsy Webster cancels her stay at an apartment in Puerto Morelos, Mexico, she’s offered a partial refund. But the money never came. What should she do?

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Amex refuses $350 credit to loyal customer for being $3.47 under spending requirement. Learn how to negotiate credit card bonus issues for a fair resolution.

Amex denied me a credit because I was $3.47 short. Why can’t it have a heart?

June 24, 2025June 20, 2025 by Christopher Elliott

Cole Juchems thinks he’s earned a $350 credit from American Express after meeting the spending requirement on his platinum card. But Amex says he’s $3.47 short and refuses to give him the credit. Is he out of luck?

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Customer pays for Best Buy's Total Tech Support, but they fail to fix computer issues, leaving it unusable. Learn how to document and escalate tech support problems for resolution.

I don’t have a working computer. Why won’t Best Buy help me?

June 16, 2025June 13, 2025 by Christopher Elliott

When her HP desktop computer stops working, Janet Fried contacts Best Buy for help. But her Total Tech Support contract turns out to not be as comprehensive as she thought. Can she get her computer repaired?

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Hockey fan buys "glass seats" on StubHub, receives tickets for a nonexistent row. Despite video proof, StubHub initially refuses refund. Learn how to escalate and resolve misleading ticket purchases.

Ticket trouble: Did StubHub score an “own goal” on this purchase?

September 7, 2025June 6, 2025 by Christopher Elliott

Eli Klein snags the perfect seats to watch his favorite hockey team, the Washington Capitals, take on the Columbus Blue Jackets. But his excitement turns to frustration when he discovers the seats do not exist.

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Vanessa Wilkins purchased a ticket for a Remi Wolf concert, excited to see Rachel Chinouriri as the opening act. However, after discovering that Chinouriri had dropped out before her purchase, she sought a seatgeek refund. Learn how she navigated the process and ultimately secured her refund.

Should SeatGeek refund my tickets after Rachel Chinouriri dropped out of the show?

June 1, 2025May 30, 2025 by Christopher Elliott

Vanessa Wilkins buys a concert ticket through SeatGeek, but when the artist she wants to see drops out, can she get her money back?

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